Werix Metal headquarters — surface finishing quality control center in Dongguan factory
Surface Treatment Catalog

Surface Finishes
& Treatments

From electrostatic powder coating to precision anodizing, chemical passivation, and laser engraving. Explore the full spectrum of surface finishing.

6
Processes
6
Categories
1000+
Max Salt Spray Hrs
Powder coated metal corner detail — satin matte RAL finish on sheet metal
Coating

Powder Coating (Satin / Matte)

Electrostatic powder spray application cured under thermal heat. Delivers a tough, chip-resistant protective outer skin with hundreds of RAL code options.

Salt Spray
300 – 1000 hrs
Wear Resistance
High
SPCC Carbon Steel
Anodized aluminum emblem — Type II hard anodize on AL5052 alloy
Anodize

Anodizing (Standard)

Controlled artificial oxide skin grown electrochemically in sulfuric acid. Hard, wear-resistant, and ideal for color decoration.

Salt Spray
336+ hrs (per MIL-PRF-8625)
Wear Resistance
High
AL5052
Chrome plated steel tube — nickel-chrome electroplating finish sample
Electroplate

Nickel / Chrome Electroplating

Nickel or chromium layers deposited electrolytically onto metal substrates. Provides corrosion protection, decorative appearance, and wear resistance.

Salt Spray
96 – 200 hrs (per ASTM B456)
Wear Resistance
High
Decorative hardware
Brushed stainless steel sheet — mechanical satin line finish on SUS304
Mechanical

Mechanical Brushed (Satin Line)

Linear satin scratches formed mechanically using abrasive belts. Widely used in consumer electronics and appliance panels.

Salt Spray
Base metal rating
Wear Resistance
Medium
Stainless steel chassis
Sandblasted metal surface — matte bead blast finish on aluminum and steel
Sandblast

Sandblasting (Matte Texture)

High-pressure abrasive media impacts surface to create uniform matte texture. Removes scale, rust, and prepares for coating.

Salt Spray
Base metal rating
Wear Resistance
Medium
Pre-treatment for powder coating
Laser engraved Werix logo on metal — fiber laser marking with permanent contrast
Marking

Laser Engraving (Marking)

High-precision fiber laser creates permanent marks on metal surfaces. Used for part numbers, logos, QR codes, and traceability.

Salt Spray
Base metal rating
Wear Resistance
High
Part number marking